Indonesian Sweet Soy Tofu with Fish Balls and Eggs

Ingredients

• 4 pieces of tofu
• 10 pieces of fish balls
• 2 chicken eggs
• 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 7 shallots, finely chopped
• Ground black pepper, to taste
• Sweet soy sauce (Kecap Bango), to taste
• Salt, to taste
• Sugar, to taste
• Masako seasoning, to taste
• Cooking oil, for sautéing

Instructions

1. Prepare the Ingredients: Begin by cutting the tofu into bite-sized pieces.
2. Sauté the Aromatics: Heat some cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped shallots and garlic. Sauté until fragrant and golden brown.
3. Create the Sauce: Once the shallots and garlic are aromatic, pour in water. Add sweet soy sauce, sugar, salt, ground black pepper, and Masako seasoning. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
4. Cook the Tofu and Fish Balls: Add the tofu and fish balls into the pan. Allow the mixture to come to a boil.
5. Add the Eggs: Crack the chicken eggs into the boiling mixture. Let them cook through.
6. Simmer and Serve: Once the semur has reached a boil, taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Allow it to simmer until the flavors meld together.
7. Final Touches: When the semur is ready and the flavor is perfect, it’s ready to be served.

Enjoy your Semur Kecap Tahu Bakso Telur Megicom with steamed rice or your favorite side dish. This hearty, savory dish is perfect for family meals and is sure to be a hit at your dinner table.